Areas of the Electromagnetic Spectrum Flashcards
Memorise the seven areas of the electromagnetic spectrum and their approximate wavelengths
1
Q
Gamma rays
A
<10^-12 m
2
Q
X-rays
A
1 nm - 1 pm
3
Q
Ultraviolet
A
400 nm - 1 nm
4
Q
Visible
A
750 nm - 400 nm
5
Q
Near-infrared
A
2.5 μm - 750 nm
6
Q
Infrared
A
25 μm - 2.5 μm
7
Q
Microwaves
A
1 mm - 25 μm
8
Q
Radio waves
A
> 1 mm
